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What Causes Stomach Upset While On Clindamycin?
Hi. I am taking Clindamycin for tooth that was decayed, to prevent further infection. I am also taking probiotic with it, but it still upsets my stomach and I read it can cause C-diff. infection. I may be allergic t o amoxycillin. Are there any substitutes that have fewer side effects?
Thu, 15 Nov 2018
Hi,
As per your complaint, it seems that you are suffering from antibiotic-induced stomach upset as Clindamycin is an antibiotic and at times intake of antibiotics can cause severe diarrhea as well as digestive disturbances.
This happens because the antibiotics disrupt the good bacteria present in intestines along with harmful bacteria and it leads to disturbances in the complex functioning of intestines like Digestion and Absorption and it leads to diarrhea.
It is, however, temporary and resolves as the antibiotic intake is stopped. You can consult your treating physician if the symptoms are severe.
As of now, till you are on medication you should take empty stomach Pantoprazole or Omeprazole. Take Loperamide to control loose motions.
Drink plenty of oral rehydration solution. Take more of yoghurt, rice, banana and cereals in the diet.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Honey Arora,
Dentist
As per your complaint, it seems that you are suffering from antibiotic-induced stomach upset as Clindamycin is an antibiotic and at times intake of antibiotics can cause severe diarrhea as well as digestive disturbances.
This happens because the antibiotics disrupt the good bacteria present in intestines along with harmful bacteria and it leads to disturbances in the complex functioning of intestines like Digestion and Absorption and it leads to diarrhea.
It is, however, temporary and resolves as the antibiotic intake is stopped. You can consult your treating physician if the symptoms are severe.
As of now, till you are on medication you should take empty stomach Pantoprazole or Omeprazole. Take Loperamide to control loose motions.
Drink plenty of oral rehydration solution. Take more of yoghurt, rice, banana and cereals in the diet.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Honey Arora,
Dentist
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